Owner's Manual
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...area, adjust the climate control system as a garage. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2010 RDX Set the temperature control to high. 4. Breathing it can collect rapidly in the sound of the garage. If you . High levels of carbon monoxide can... Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: ● Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas.
...area, adjust the climate control system as a garage. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2010 RDX Set the temperature control to high. 4. Breathing it can collect rapidly in the sound of the garage. If you . High levels of carbon monoxide can... Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: ● Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas.
Owner's Manual
Page 67
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2010 RDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR...AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66, 388) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2010 RDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR...AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66, 388) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
...the A/T temperature indicator on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX You will also see a ''OIL PRESSURE LOW'' message on the multi-information display (see page 79). Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator This indicator comes...A/T Temperature Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the road when it means the transmission fluid temperature is running . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is too high. Instrument Panel Indicators...
...the A/T temperature indicator on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX You will also see a ''OIL PRESSURE LOW'' message on the multi-information display (see page 79). Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator This indicator comes...A/T Temperature Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the road when it means the transmission fluid temperature is running . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is too high. Instrument Panel Indicators...
Owner's Manual
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INST. MPG (U.S. CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX When you reset Trip A, AVG. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, RANGE is disconnected. ELAPSED TIME This shows the accumulated traveling time since .../h) for U.S. SPEED is in the ON (II) position. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is also reset. Refer to page 411 for continued troublefree driving. L/100 km (Canadian models) This...
INST. MPG (U.S. CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX When you reset Trip A, AVG. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, RANGE is disconnected. ELAPSED TIME This shows the accumulated traveling time since .../h) for U.S. SPEED is in the ON (II) position. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is also reset. Refer to page 411 for continued troublefree driving. L/100 km (Canadian models) This...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada U.S. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 Instruments and Controls U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Canada CONTINUED 79 2010 RDX
Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada U.S. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 Instruments and Controls U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Canada CONTINUED 79 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
Page 355
... read the information in this section first. Break-in Period ...Fuel Recommendation ...Service Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...352 352 353 353 354 355 356 357 358 362 364 Before Driving 351...
... read the information in this section first. Break-in Period ...Fuel Recommendation ...Service Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...352 352 353 353 354 355 356 357 358 362 364 Before Driving 351...
Owner's Manual
Page 356
... to operate on . If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. In addition, in order to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2010 RDX We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Do not change the...
... to operate on . If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. In addition, in order to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2010 RDX We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Do not change the...
Owner's Manual
Page 360
... DIPSTICK GRIP SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Wait a few ... clip. Lower the hood to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in its hole. 356 2010 RDX
... DIPSTICK GRIP SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Wait a few ... clip. Lower the hood to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in its hole. 356 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
Page 361
... the radiator reserve tank. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Make sure it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on page 420. Service Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding...
... the radiator reserve tank. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Make sure it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on page 420. Service Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding...
Owner's Manual
Page 363
... on your vehicle - It puts a heavier load on page 417). Before Driving ● Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2010 RDX Poor maintenance can lower your fuel economy. Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can significantly reduce...
... on your vehicle - It puts a heavier load on page 417). Before Driving ● Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2010 RDX Poor maintenance can lower your fuel economy. Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can significantly reduce...
Owner's Manual
Page 413
...more complex maintenance tasks on how to take care of yourself. Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder ...Fluid Locations ...Adding Engine Oil ...Required Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Lights...Cleaning the ...420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 452 Maintenance 409 2010 RDX See page 497 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance This section explains ...
...more complex maintenance tasks on how to take care of yourself. Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder ...Fluid Locations ...Adding Engine Oil ...Required Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Lights...Cleaning the ...420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 452 Maintenance 409 2010 RDX See page 497 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance This section explains ...
Owner's Manual
Page 415
...other scheduled maintenance items needing service. Maintenance CONTINUED 411 2010 RDX ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY SEL/RESET BUTTON Engine Oil Life INFO BUTTONS The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100%-91% 90%-81% 80...accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle is displayed. Based on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is the maintenance minder. Maintenance Minder One of the most convenient and important features of the multiinformation display on your...
...other scheduled maintenance items needing service. Maintenance CONTINUED 411 2010 RDX ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY SEL/RESET BUTTON Engine Oil Life INFO BUTTONS The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100%-91% 90%-81% 80...accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle is displayed. Based on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is the maintenance minder. Maintenance Minder One of the most convenient and important features of the multiinformation display on your...
Owner's Manual
Page 416
... at the time of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. When you see page 411). 412 2010 RDX Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the... oil change. Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) When the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE...
... at the time of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. When you see page 411). 412 2010 RDX Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the... oil change. Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) When the remaining engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE...
Owner's Manual
Page 417
...to see the message again. Press the or button to reset the oil life minder as previously described. This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is pressed. Maintenance CONTINUED 413 2010 RDX The message will be canceled if the or button on the lower part... of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will come...
...to see the message again. Press the or button to reset the oil life minder as previously described. This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is pressed. Maintenance CONTINUED 413 2010 RDX The message will be canceled if the or button on the lower part... of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will come...
Owner's Manual
Page 418
... CANADA If the indicated required service is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will be canceled if the or button on the lower part of the multi-information display. 414 2010 RDX models) or 10 km (for U. U.S. When you press the SEL/...RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative ...
... CANADA If the indicated required service is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will be canceled if the or button on the lower part of the multi-information display. 414 2010 RDX models) or 10 km (for U. U.S. When you press the SEL/...RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative ...
Owner's Manual
Page 419
...CONTINUED 415 2010 RDX You will see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the display the next time you see page 418. 3. The remaining engine oil life reset mode will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life ...wheel for more than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see the engine oil life display. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button on the multi-information display are in code. Turn the ignition switch to the...
...CONTINUED 415 2010 RDX You will see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the display the next time you see page 418. 3. The remaining engine oil life reset mode will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life ...wheel for more than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see the engine oil life display. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button on the multi-information display are in code. Turn the ignition switch to the...
Owner's Manual
Page 420
..., so you have an accurate record of their performance and durability. 416 2010 RDX However, service at a dealer is skilled in effect. Maintenance may be confident of when maintenance is needed. 4. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you can lead to keep your warranties in this ...display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will no longer have maintenance done. These are manufactured to reset the engine oil life display. This can be done by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to the same highquality ...
..., so you have an accurate record of their performance and durability. 416 2010 RDX However, service at a dealer is skilled in effect. Maintenance may be confident of when maintenance is needed. 4. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you can lead to keep your warranties in this ...display, or reset the display without doing the service, the system will no longer have maintenance done. These are manufactured to reset the engine oil life display. This can be done by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to the same highquality ...
Owner's Manual
Page 421
However, Acura recommends that are unsure of how to perform any automotive ...Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Maintenance ● Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. According to state and federal regulations, failure to the appropriate...objects. Automatic transmission - Check the fluid level monthly. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2010 RDX See page 445. See page 356. Lights - Check the operation of emissions control devices and systems may be done...
However, Acura recommends that are unsure of how to perform any automotive ...Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Maintenance ● Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. According to state and federal regulations, failure to the appropriate...objects. Automatic transmission - Check the fluid level monthly. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2010 RDX See page 445. See page 356. Lights - Check the operation of emissions control devices and systems may be done...
Owner's Manual
Page 422
... (shear) stress to fluid. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 418 2010 RDX Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance...in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oilꭧ1 Replace engine oilꭧ1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: ● Tie rod ends, steering gear box...
... (shear) stress to fluid. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 418 2010 RDX Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance...in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oilꭧ1 Replace engine oilꭧ1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: ● Tie rod ends, steering gear box...
Owner's Manual
Page 424
...Acura HTO-06 standard. Not all synthetic oils will meet this standard. Failure to your warranty. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you could damage components in engine performance or durability, and can lead to a reduction in the engine compartment. 420 2010 RDX Adding Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Reinstall the engine oil... fill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on top of synthetic motor oil. Always use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that ...
...Acura HTO-06 standard. Not all synthetic oils will meet this standard. Failure to your warranty. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you could damage components in engine performance or durability, and can lead to a reduction in the engine compartment. 420 2010 RDX Adding Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Reinstall the engine oil... fill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on top of synthetic motor oil. Always use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that ...